Black History Month Celebration in Stafford

Dr. Lewis Brown, head of the Brown Foundation, has provide the Stafford Parks and Recreation Department with memorabilia to display in honor of Black History Month.

These items displayed will honor several African-Americans that played a role in Stafford’s history. A reception is being held today at 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate display.

More information on the reception from a Stafford County release:

A reception will take place tomorrow, Friday, February 28, 2014, between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Rowser Building, 1739 Jefferson Davis Highway, Stafford, VA 22554. A brief ceremony is scheduled at 1:30 p.m.

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